HomeMy Public PortalAbout10-24-2022 COW MinutesMinutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop of the President
and the Board of Trustees
Held on October 24, 2022
In the Boardroom
Mayor Argoudelis called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Board Present: Mayor Argoudelis,
Trustee Calkins, Trustee Kalkanis, Trustee Larson, Trustee Ruane, Trustee Wojowski, and Trustee
Benton. Others Present: Joshua Blakemore, Village Administrator; Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk; Dan
Schug, Engineer; Scott Threewitt, Public Works Director; Jon Proulx, Planning Director; Traci Pleckham,
Management Services Director; Jake Melrose, Economic Development Director; and Robert Miller, Chief
of Police. There were approximately 30 persons in the audience.
Trustee Ruane moved to approve the Minutes of the Committee of the Whole Workshop held on
September 26, 2022. Second by Trustee Kalkanis. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed. Motion
carried.
PRESIDENTIAL COMMENTS
Mayor Argoudelis:
• Recognized the Plainfield runners in the Chicago Marathon.
• Commented on the YMCA Fundraiser.
TRUSTEE COMMENTS
Trustee Wojowski:
• Congratulated the Plainfield runners in the Chicago Marathon.
• Commented on the undefeated season of the Plainfield North High School Football team.
Trustee Benton:
• Congratulated the Plainfield runners in the Chicago Marathon.
• Commented on the YMCA Fundraiser.
• Inquired about IDOT surveys for subsurface for Route 126 and asked the staff to help push
for a survey.
Trustee Larson commented on the Spooktacular Event and encouraged everyone to attend.
Trustee Calkins:
• Inquired about the status of fixing the potholes on Route 126. Director Threewitt stated that
staff has been in contact with IDOT.
• Inquired about the updated cost of the 143rd Street East Extension. Director Threewitt
reviewed the costs.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Bob Baish, President of the Plainfield Fire Protection District, indicated support for the Plainfield
Business Center Project.
Carl Gilmore, President of the Plainfield Library, indicated support for the Plainfield Business Center
Project.
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WORKSHOP
1) GREENBELT CONCEPTUAL PLANNING UPDATE
Representatives from Upland Design gave a presentation highlighting two (2) concepts for the
Greenbelt. Concept A, the Greenbelt follows the roadway; and, Concept B, the Greenbelt
follows the landforms and creeks. After a general discussion and feedback from the Village
Board, the consensus favored Concept B. Mayor Argoudelis asked to look into incorporating
the Normantown Drain.
2) PLAINFIELD BUSINESS CENTER (CASE NO. 1974-
061022.AA/REZ/SU/PP/SPR)
Representatives from Seefried Properties gave a presentation for a proposed multi -building light
industrial business park of up to approximately 3.8 million square feet on approximately 250
acres, located generally west of Steiner Road, north and south of 143rd Street. Representatives
highlighted the site plan, phasing plan, traffic study, economic benefits, and developer
contributions.
Trustee Wojowski expressed concern regarding traffic and impact on residents. Trustee Larson
expressed concern regarding not knowing the end users, not seeing a decrease in the tax bill,
traffic, and impact on existing residents. Trustee Calkins expressed concern regarding County
Line Road and stated that the roads need to be figured out before putting this project in. Trustee
Kalkanis expressed concern regarding infrastructure not being in place, traffic, resident impact,
and lack of benefit to the Village. Trustee Ruane indicated support and expressed concern
regarding the site plan and wanted to include County Line Road. Trustee Benton stated that he
is on the fence, but there needs to be a diversification in tax revenue. Mayor Argoudelis
indicated support and stated that this project is an investment in our community and will help
generate tax revenue to maintain our high level of service.
Mayor Argoudelis thanked the applicant for presentation and encouraged them to continue working
with staff.
3) 2022-2023 BUDGET UPDATE
Traci Pleckham gave an update on the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget. Mrs. Pleckham reviewed
revenues and expenditures to date. Mrs. Pleckham noted that revenues are on track with projections.
4) YEAR 2022 TAX LEVY
Traci Pleckham reviewed the preliminary estimate for the 2022 Tax Levy. Mrs. Pleckham stated that
the Village approves the annual tax levy based on dollars requested (not rate). Once the official EAV
is available, the County Clerk then calculates the tax rate needed to produce the amount of dollars
requested by each taxing district. Because of this, staff is using in its calculations a slightly higher
overall Equalized Assessed Value (EAV). The 2022 preliminary estimate represents a maximum
total request of $8,279,000 (or a 10% increase in revenues); however, the actual dollar amount the
Village will receive is anticipated to be less. This higher EAV estimate is to ensure that the Village
captures the entire amount of the Village's EAV, should the Board decide to maintain the 2021 levy
rate. At the November 7, 2022 Village Board Meeting, staff will be requesting a motion to
acknowledge the preliminary estimate of the 2022 tax levy in the amount of $8,279,000. The Village
will continue the discussion and staff will seek direction regarding the dollar amount and overall tax
rate at the November 14, 2022 Committee of the Whole Workshop.
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Mayor Argoudelis read the reminders.
Trustee Larson moved to adjourn. Second by Trustee Ruane. Voice Vote. All in favor, 0 opposed.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 p.m.
Michelle Gibas, Village Clerk